Which of the following sentences uses the word "boisterous" correctly?

The boisterous crowd cheered loudly at the concert.

The boisterous monk meditated in silence.

The boisterous librarian whispered to the students.

The boisterous cat slept quietly on the couch.

Choose the sentence that correctly uses the word "valiant."

The valiant firefighter saved the child from the burning building.

The valiant knight ran away from the battle.

The valiant student refused to study for the exam.

The valiant dog hid under the bed during the storm.

Select the sentence that correctly uses the word "pernicious."

The pernicious rumor spread quickly and caused harm.

The pernicious flower bloomed beautifully in the garden.

The pernicious kitten played gently with the yarn.

The pernicious breeze cooled the hot summer day.

Which sentence uses the word "portentous" correctly?

The portentous sign warned of the coming storm.

The portentous weather was perfect for a picnic.

The portentous child laughed joyfully.

The portentous music was soothing and calm.

Identify the sentence that uses "profane" correctly.

The profane language was inappropriate in the sacred place.

The profane ceremony was deeply spiritual.

The profane artwork was admired by all.

The profane book was a religious text.

Choose the sentence that correctly uses the word "prodigious."

The prodigious athlete broke several world records.

The prodigious meal was small and unsatisfying.

The prodigious storm was mild and uneventful.

The prodigious student failed all his exams.

Romeo and Juliet - Act I Vocabulary

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the meaning of the word "augment"?

To decrease

To make greater or supplement

To ignore

To destroy

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CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following words describes someone who is courageous?

Boisterous

Valiant

Pernicious

Profane

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Identify the word that means "very destructive or harmful."

Portentous

Prodigious

Pernicious

Choler

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which word is used to describe a sign, forewarning, or omen?

Posterity

Portentous

Virtuous

Augment

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the word "posterity" refer to?

Past generations

Present generation

Future generations

Sacred things

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CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which word means "showing contempt toward sacred things"?

Profane

Valiant

Boisterous

Choler

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the meaning of the word "choler"?

Happiness

Anger, irritability

Courage

Calmness

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

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Romeo and Juliet - Act I Vocabulary

What is the meaning of the word "augment"?

Which of the following words describes someone who is courageous?

Identify the word that means "very destructive or harmful."

Which word is used to describe a sign, forewarning, or omen?

What does the word "posterity" refer to?

Which word means "showing contempt toward sacred things"?

What is the meaning of the word "choler"?

Which word describes someone with excellent morals?

What does the word "prodigious" mean?

Which of the following sentences uses the word "boisterous" correctly?

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